Serenity Counselling Service

Services

Support that fits you

50-minute sessions, in person or online, for young adults (18–24), adults (25–64), older adults (65+) and couples.
Individual counselling

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Individual counselling

People come to counselling for many reasons — relationship difficulties, bereavement, workplace challenges, anxiety, life changes or a sense of feeling lost or overwhelmed. You may simply feel something isn't quite right.

Individual counselling in Livingston gives you a confidential space to explore your thoughts and feelings with a qualified counsellor, building insight and understanding at a pace that feels right for you.

Couples counselling

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Couples counselling

A supportive and balanced space to explore feelings, understand each other's perspectives, improve communication and work towards healthier, more fulfilling ways of relating.

Whether you're facing frequent conflict, a breakdown in trust, a major life change or simply feel disconnected, couples therapy helps both partners feel heard. Sessions are £90.

Personal development

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Personal development

Therapy as an opportunity for reflection and growth — understand yourself more deeply, gain clarity, build confidence and consider positive changes.

Counselling isn't only for difficult times. Many people choose therapy to understand themselves more deeply, gain clarity and make positive changes in their lives.

Online counselling

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Online counselling

Can't make it to Livingston? Sessions are available online via Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

Online therapy offers the same confidential, compassionate support as in-person sessions, with the flexibility of joining from home — ideal if you live outside West Lothian or have a busy schedule.

Organisations & EAP

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Organisations & EAP

Counselling for organisations and through Employee Assistance Programmes.

Areas of support in depth

What counselling can help with

Every person's experience is unique. Below are some of the difficulties clients bring to counselling in Livingston and online — though you don't need a "reason" to begin.

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Anxiety counselling

Anxiety can show up as constant worry, racing thoughts, panic attacks, difficulty sleeping or physical tension. Counselling helps you understand what triggers your anxiety, notice the patterns that keep it going and develop ways of coping that feel manageable — including support for generalised and social anxiety.

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Trauma & complex trauma

Trauma can affect how safe you feel in your body, your relationships and the world around you. As a member of the Action Trauma Group, I have a particular interest in supporting people living with the ongoing impact of trauma, working gently and at a pace that feels safe for you.

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Depression & low mood

Feeling flat, exhausted, hopeless or disconnected can make everyday life feel heavy. Counselling offers a space to talk openly about how you feel, explore what may be contributing to low mood and gradually reconnect with what matters to you.

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Bereavement, grief & loss

Grief is a natural response to loss, yet it can feel overwhelming and isolating. Bereavement counselling gives you time and space to remember, to feel and to make sense of your loss — whether it is recent or happened many years ago.

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Relationship difficulties

Whether you come alone or as a couple, counselling can help you understand recurring conflicts, rebuild communication and explore what you need from your relationships with partners, family, friends or colleagues.

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Work-related stress

Pressure at work, burnout, workplace conflict or bullying can affect every part of your life. Counselling can help you step back, regain perspective, set healthier boundaries and consider what changes might help.

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Low self-esteem & confidence

A harsh inner critic or a feeling of not being good enough can hold you back. Together we can explore where these beliefs come from and build a kinder, more confident relationship with yourself.

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Domestic & psychological abuse

Living through domestic or psychological abuse can leave lasting effects on your sense of self and safety. Counselling offers a confidential, non-judgemental space to be believed, to process your experiences and to rebuild.

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Abortion & associated feelings

Feelings after an abortion can be complex and may include relief, sadness, guilt or grief — sometimes all at once. I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental space to explore whatever you are experiencing.

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Family difficulties & conflict

Family relationships can be a source of great support and great pain. Counselling can help you understand family dynamics, navigate conflict and decide how you want to relate to the people closest to you.

Areas I support

Trauma and complex trauma
Work-related stress
Anxiety and generalised anxiety
Social anxiety
Depression
Bullying and its impact
Low self-esteem and confidence
Domestic and psychological abuse
Bereavement, grief and loss
Relationship difficulties
Abortion and associated feelings
Family difficulties and conflict

Let's talk

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